Bhowali
Nature Lover’s Attraction Point……

Bhowali is a small hill station that falls under the Nainital district of Uttarakahnd. It is located on the main Haldwani-Almora-Ranikhet road, at an altitude of 1706 meters. Bhowali stands surrounded by many lakes, like Bhimtal, Sat Tal, Naukuchiyatal, Nal Damyanti Tal, Sukha Tal and Khurpa Tal, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. Nestled amidst the green and beautiful Himalayan ranges, Bhawali is one of the most beautiful mountain resorts in Uttarakhand. It is a travel destination for those who want to spend their pleasant retreat surrounded by serenity and peace.

Bhawali is a major export centre for apples, apricot, plums, strawberries, peaches and pears. Its hill fruit market caters to all the adjoining areas. The hill resort also has a large food-bazaar, where one gets various varieties of Kumaon's famous bal-mithai, along with plums, pears, mangoes and berries (sprinkled with salty-sour spices). Apart from all this, there is a T.B. Sanatorium here, which was built in 1912, for people suffering from tuberculosis and other lung problems. A tourist in Bhawali should also visit the famous Golu Devta temple, Jeolikot and Ghorakhlal Sainik School, only 4 km from the place.

How to reach Bhawali:

Bhawali By Air-The city is well connected with the rest of the country through airways. Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport to the city, at a distance of about 39 kilometers. Mahendranagar Airport, Baitadi Airport and Darchula Airport are some of the other nearby airports. Passengers can get latest amenities at these airports. You can take flights for a number of destinations from here. If you are wondering how to reach Bhowali nearby airports, don’t worry because there are various modes of transport available.

Bhawali By Rail-Railways are an equally important mode of transport to travel to and from this city. There is Lalkua railway station, which is about 51 kilometers from the city and Kathgodam railway station, which is about 29 kilometers away from the main city. Both these railway stations are easy to reach.

Best time to visit Bhowali
February-April, September-October are the best months to visit Bhowali. However, Bhowali experiences pleasant weather throughout the year. The summers in the town are hot but evening cool waves are refreshing. The winters are quite freezing and do carry heavy woollens if travelling during the season. The monsoon is a season that should be avoided. Although the place looks all fresh and blooming, landslide may ruin your trip.

Summer (February - April)
The summers are quite hot, though February to April remains cool, making the trip comfortable.

Monsoon (July - September)
Monsoons pose a risk of landslides, even though the place looks fresh. If you don't mind the rains, you can visit Bhowali to enjoy the greenery of this place.

Winter (October - December)
The winters are very cold and freezing. Travelling routes might get affected.

Local Food and Cuisine of Bhowali
Bhowali houses few dhabas offering delicious food especially North Indian cuisine. Other than that, you will be eating mostly in your hotel or other nearby hill stations.

Restaurants in Bhowali
Located in the Hotel Rawa Treat, this place offers a good options when it comes to food. It is a nice place to hangout with friends and family.
Rewa Retreat, Ramgarh Road, Bhowali, Nainital 263132, India

Neelesh Inn
A perfect place to enjoy an exquisite meal in a pleasant ambience, this is one of the oldest properties in the town which offers a wonderful view of the lake.
Bhimtal Lake,Mandir Marg Bhimtal, Uttarakhand 263136

Aahar Multi Cuisine Restaurant
This place offers to tasty and fresh vegetarian food which makes it a nice place to have an enjoyable meal.
Block Road, Bhimtal, Nainital 263132, India

Top places to visit in Bhowali:

Kainchi Dham
A very popular place in the area, this temple is renowned for Neeb Karori Maharaj temple and ashram. The temple attracts devotees from all over the country as well as abroad.
Situated about 9kms from Bhowali and 17kms from Nainital, this temple sits deftly in the lap of nature oozing spiritual vibes and serenity.

Shyamkhet Tea Gardens
If you are a teetotaler or simply a tea lover, the place is a blessing for you. Lying on the vicinity to Golu Devta temple, the Shyamkhet Tea Garden produces wide range of tea leaves including organic tea which is also exported.

Ramgarh
A place one must visit is Ramgarh. Situated 14 km from Bhowali, it is best known for its beautiful fruit orchards. This place blessed with beauty and splendor is a paradise for nature lovers and has attracted many artists and poets like Rabindranath Tagore.

Shopping in Bhowali
It is well known that Bhowali is a paradise for nature lover, however, the place is also paradise for fruits lover. In fact, Bhowali is a popular fruit market of whole Kumaon Region.
Various exotic fruits are grown here including strawberries, peaches, apricot, plums and apples etc. If you are visiting this town then do purchase the natural fruit products like jam, pickles, spreads and fruit crushes.

Bhimtal
Rested at a height of 1370m above the sea level and 3km from Sattal, Bhimtal is a place to lie down and relax amid the nature in its best form.
Believed to be named after Bhima of Mahabharata, this area is spotted with temples lying amid the verdant mountains and a pristine blue lake. Bhimtal Lake with a small island in the middle adds charm to its picturesque surroundings.

Sattal
A group of seven fresh water lakes, a stash of nature's bounty and loads of migratory birds and panoramic vistas make this wonderful place called Sattal. A paradise for nature buffs and bird watchers, Sattal has mystery to it that makes it all the more charming and photographer's paradise.
Situated in Kumaon Region at an elevation of 1370 m above the sea level, the area boasts of its cluster of seven interconnected lakes namely: Panna, Naldaymanti Tal, Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Bharat and Sukha Tal flanked by lush green cover of oaks and pines. With pleasant weather throughout the year, a visit to this destination away from the noise of cities is an experience not to be missed.

Golu Devata Temple
A famous temple of Lord Gollu, another name for Lord Shiva, the Chitai temple was built during the Chand regime.
You will love the soft tinkle of the many bells caressed by the winds, hung by devotees as an act of offerings, wishing or thanksgiving can be heard far and wide. The temple is also called the temple of a million bells.

Aurobindo Ashram
A great place to relax, meditate and do yoga and to rejuvenate your mind and soul. Nestled amid the thick cover of forest, Aurobindo Ashram exhibits tranquility and serenity.

Nainital
Nainital is a famous hill station which lies at merely a distance of 13 km from Bhowali. It serves as an epicenter of various attractions and panoramic views attracting visitors in large numbers.
Enriched in wide range of flora and fauna, one can himself/herself lost in its majestic backdrop of glistening Himalayas. It is also a great place for shopping, sightseeing with ever growing hotel industry.